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Forest Hill School
- Secondary
- Lewisham SE23 2XN
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Based on the inspection date: 07 October 2021
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Forest Hill School is a Secondary, Boys school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1094 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Forest Hill School, a neighbourhood where everyone strives for excellence.
Forest Hill takes great pride in being a true comprehensive school that serves Forest Hill and the surrounding area.
We provide tailored education for every one of our students, regardless of their background or ability, making us far from being a "bog standard comp."
This provides our boys with a wide-ranging and well-rounded foundation from which they can advance to academic achievement as they move through the school.
Our collaborative sixth form programme, SFH6, with Sydenham School, continues to grow.
In our opinion, it is the borough's top location for post-secondary study.
An enviable track record of students going on to study at Oxbridge and an increase in the number of students progressing to Russell Group universities serve as examples of this.
You will probably agree that Forest Hill has all the necessary components to offer our young men a plethora of opportunity to lay the groundwork for a lifetime of success when you consider our academic offer with our large extracurricular offer and highly recognised pastoral support.
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Forest Hill takes great pride in being a true comprehensive school that serves Forest Hill and the surrounding area.
We provide tailored education for every one of our students, regardless of their background or ability, making us far from being a "bog standard comp."
This provides our boys with a wide-ranging and well-rounded foundation from which they can advance to academic achievement as they move through the school.
Our collaborative sixth form programme, SFH6, with Sydenham School, continues to grow.
In our opinion, it is the borough's top location for post-secondary study.
An enviable track record of students going on to study at Oxbridge and an increase in the number of students progressing to Russell Group universities serve as examples of this.
You will probably agree that Forest Hill has all the necessary components to offer our young men a plethora of opportunity to lay the groundwork for a lifetime of success when you consider our academic offer with our large extracurricular offer and highly recognised pastoral support.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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A-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Boys | Girls | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.4 | 16.5 | 13.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.09 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 25.89% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 35.94% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 18% | 26.17% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.28% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 16.11% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 2.55 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 96.33% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 204 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 95.5% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 20.17% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 35.17% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 19.25% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20.92% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.33% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.71 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% 2 | 21.73% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 4 | 33.2% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 30% | 21.93% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 7.8% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 6 | 11.53% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.77 | 2.26 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 93.82% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 223 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 91.09% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 20.18% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 38.36% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 12.73% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.82% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.35 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% 7 | 24.6% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 7 | 36.47% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 35% | 24.87% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.67% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 4 | 14% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.03 | 2.52 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 90% | 92.09% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 221 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 74.64% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 20.18% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 35.27% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 11.82% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.27% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.18% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.36% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.76 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% | 22.5% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 36% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 39% | 21.79% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 11.36% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 13.07% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 82.82% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 217 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 33.82% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 20.55% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 28.27% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 12.45% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.36% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.27% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.55% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.61 | 36.72 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.03 | 36.54 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.3% | 13.91% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 110 | 296 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 71.83% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.5% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 9.67% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 10% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.71 | 32.08 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.25 2 | 29.04 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 11.59% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 119 | 339 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 57.5% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.33% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 19% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 12.17% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.83 2 | 33.1 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.03 | 29.37 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.0% | 14.09% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 28.83% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 2% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 6.83% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 6.17% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 27.55 | 29.34 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.11 | 29.24 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 11.42% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 30% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.14% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 13.43% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 7.57% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 26th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 25th Jul 2024 |
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